Pesto Prosciutto Melt (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Herbs & Extras
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Fresh basil leaves, 4-5 pieces
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Pesto sauce, 2 spoonfuls
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A pinch of salt and a crack of black pepper
→ Cheese & Protein
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A handful of grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or gruyere)
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Mozzarella, about half a ball
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Three slices of prosciutto
→ Bread & Butter
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Two thick slices of crusty bread or sourdough
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Some butter for spreading
# Instructions:
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Turn the heat on low-medium under your pan. Butter one side of a bread slice, then put it butter-side down on your counter or board.
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Start stacking your goodies: grated cheese, prosciutto, sliced mozzarella, pesto, and some fresh basil leaves. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper. Place the second slice of bread on top, and butter its outer side.
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Put the sandwich in the warm pan. Cook each side slowly for about 5 minutes. You’ll know it's ready when the outside is golden and crunchy, and the cheese is oozy inside.
# Notes:
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Mixing shredded and fresh cheese gives it an amazing gooey goodness.
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Cooking it nice and slow is the trick to getting the perfect crunch.
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Use any cheese you’ve got in the fridge—it’s flexible!